Lima — Cusco — Awanacancha
Welcome in Lima, domestic flight to Cusco and reception by the local guide. Enjoy a gentle Awanacancha visit to see Andean camelids, then continue to the Sacred Valley.
Inspiring Cusco: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Andean adventure
Combine the Sacred Valley, the Maras salt pans, Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain on a six-day private experience. A gentle first day at Awanacancha helps you adjust gradually to the altitude.
The program includes domestic flights, transfers and guided visits. Hotels are quoted separately according to category and occupancy.
General information
Duration: 6 days and 5 nights.
Start: Lima airport.
End: Lima airport.
Service: private.
Group: minimum 2 travelers.
Demand: moderate to challenging due to altitude.
What to expect
Day 1
Lima — Cusco — Awanacancha
Meals not included.
Selected hotel in Urubamba.
Day 2
Sacred Valley, Maras and train to Aguas Calientes
Sacred Valley, Maras and train to Aguas Calientes
Explore Taray viewpoint, the Maras salt pans, Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Then board the Vistadome train to Aguas Calientes.
Breakfast and buffet lunch.
Selected hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Day 3
Machu Picchu — Cusco
Machu Picchu — Cusco
Bus to Machu Picchu and a private guided visit along the confirmed circuit. Return by train to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco.
Breakfast. Lunch not included.
Selected hotel in Cusco.
Day 4
Rainbow Mountain — Vinicunca
Rainbow Mountain — Vinicunca
Early departure, breakfast and a high-altitude hike to Vinicunca viewpoint amid Ausangate scenery. Return to Cusco in the afternoon.
Breakfast and lunch.
Selected hotel in Cusco.
Day 5
Cusco — Lima
Cusco — Lima
Free time in Cusco, airport transfer and flight to Lima. Welcome and hotel transfer.
Breakfast.
Selected hotel in Lima.
Day 6
Lima — airport
Lima — airport
Hotel pickup and private transfer to Jorge Chávez Airport according to your international flight schedule.
Breakfast.
What you should know
Recommended luggage
- Passport and travel documents
- Layered clothing and warm outerwear
- Waterproof jacket or poncho
- Shoes with good grip
- Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Small backpack and reusable bottle
- Personal medication
- Peruvian soles and a power bank
Before booking
- Minimum two participants.
- Cusco and Vinicunca are at high altitude.
- Flight, train and admission times depend on availability.
- Machu Picchu has limited circuits and capacity.
- The Vinicunca hike requires acclimatization and good fitness.
- Advise us of medical conditions or dietary needs.
Choose your hotel category
The starting price of USD 945 per person includes tours, transfers and domestic flights without hotels. A minimum of two participants is required.
Comfort, superior, premium or luxury accommodation can be added according to dates and room occupancy.
Included
- Listed transfers in Lima and Cusco
- Flights Lima–Cusco and Cusco–Lima
- Awanacancha admission, guide and private transport
- Sacred Valley and Maras with admissions and guide
- Machu Picchu admission and private guide
- Vistadome train and Machu Picchu buses
- Vinicunca admission, breakfast, lunch and transport
- Assistance throughout the trip
- Hotels and breakfasts when a category is booked
Not included
- International flights
- Hotels in the base price
- Meals not mentioned
- Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain
- Optional activities
- Insurance, personal expenses and gratuities
Location
Cusco, Peru
Frequently asked questions
Are hotels included?
Not in the base price; they can be quoted by category and occupancy.
Which flights are included?
The Lima–Cusco and Cusco–Lima sectors.
Is the Machu Picchu tour private?
Yes, with a private guide, admission, Vistadome train and buses.
How difficult is Vinicunca?
It is a demanding high-altitude hike.
Does the first day help with acclimatization?
Yes. Awanacancha is visited at a gentle pace before continuing the journey.
Can I upgrade the hotel or train?
Yes, subject to availability and quotation.
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Rene is very passionate about the history of the places. He knows many histories of the places and the local culture.
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Hi! I'm Maribel from Argentina. What can I say about our amazing experience in Cusco! It was incredible! I traveled there in October to celebrate my birthday. Words can't describe the wonderful experience we had! Thank you, Lost in Peru, for providing everything we agreed upon, and much more! A company to hire without hesitation! We paid for our tour, including accommodation, all covered by the company. Congratulations and may you continue to grow! I will definitely contact you again to plan my return trip to Peru! See you soon! Greetings from Argentina! Sending you kisses! Maria, Melissa, Ana, and Maribel
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